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Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series 80mm apochromatic triplet refractor telescope

ED80 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope

by Explore Scientific
$499.99

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A Compact Apochromatic Triplet for Imaging and Visual Use

This compact apochromatic refractor uses HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion glass paired with proprietary EMD multi-layer coatings to deliver crisp, high-contrast views with minimal chromatic aberration.

At just 5.95 lbs, the 80mm f/6 triplet is light enough to travel anywhere, yet capable enough for lunar and planetary observation, deep-sky imaging, or use as a dedicated guide scope.

The tube includes a precision 2-inch rack-and-pinion focuser with extension tubes and a pre-installed hybrid finder scope base, ready to mount on nearly any alt-azimuth or equatorial setup.

Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series 80mm apochromatic triplet refractor telescope

Key Features

  • 80mm Air-Spaced Triplet - HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion glass with EMD multi-layer coatings
  • Fast f/6 Focal Ratio - 480mm focal length for wide-field imaging and visual use
  • 2-Inch Rack-and-Pinion Focuser - precision focus control with included extension tubes
  • Ultra-Portable - just 5.95 lbs, ideal for travel and grab-and-go astronomy
  • Hybrid Finder Scope Base - pre-installed and ready for a finder or red-dot sight
  • Vixen-Style Dovetail - compatible with alt-azimuth or equatorial mounts
Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series refractor telescope focuser
Specifications
Optical Design Air-Spaced Triplet (Apochromatic Refractor)
Aperture 80mm
Focal Length 480mm
Focal Ratio f/6
Limiting Magnitude 12
Resolution 1.45 arcsec
Tube Diameter 85mm
Tube Length (with dew shield) 18.5 in / 475mm
Tube Length (without dew shield) 15 in / 381mm
Mount Type Vixen-Style Dovetail (OTA Only)
Included Accessories 2-Inch Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, Extension Tubes, Hybrid Finder Base
Model / SKU ES-ED0806-02
Weight 5.95 lbs
Warranty Limited warranty, activated with registration within 60 days of purchase

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Description

A Compact Apochromatic Triplet for Imaging and Visual Use

This compact apochromatic refractor uses HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion glass paired with proprietary EMD multi-layer coatings to deliver crisp, high-contrast views with minimal chromatic aberration.

At just 5.95 lbs, the 80mm f/6 triplet is light enough to travel anywhere, yet capable enough for lunar and planetary observation, deep-sky imaging, or use as a dedicated guide scope.

The tube includes a precision 2-inch rack-and-pinion focuser with extension tubes and a pre-installed hybrid finder scope base, ready to mount on nearly any alt-azimuth or equatorial setup.

 Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series 80mm apochromatic triplet refractor telescope

Key Features

  • 80mm Air-Spaced Triplet - HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion glass with EMD multi-layer coatings
  • Fast f/6 Focal Ratio - 480mm focal length for wide-field imaging and visual use
  • 2-Inch Rack-and-Pinion Focuser - precision focus control with included extension tubes
  • Ultra-Portable - just 5.95 lbs, ideal for travel and grab-and-go astronomy
  • Hybrid Finder Scope Base - pre-installed and ready for a finder or red-dot sight
  • Vixen-Style Dovetail - compatible with alt-azimuth or equatorial mounts
 Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series refractor telescope focuser
Specifications
Optical Design Air-Spaced Triplet (Apochromatic Refractor)
Aperture 80mm
Focal Length 480mm
Focal Ratio f/6
Limiting Magnitude 12
Resolution 1.45 arcsec
Tube Diameter 85mm
Tube Length (with dew shield) 18.5 in / 475mm
Tube Length (without dew shield) 15 in / 381mm
Mount Type Vixen-Style Dovetail (OTA Only)
Included Accessories 2-Inch Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, Extension Tubes, Hybrid Finder Base
Model / SKU ES-ED0806-02
Weight 5.95 lbs
Warranty Limited warranty, activated with registration within 60 days of purchase

Talk to a Specialist Contact Us Email a Specialist Shipping Info

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If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your order for shipment.

Order Shipment:

If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  

We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business days of your order feel free to follow up with us at sales@telescopedepot.com.

International Orders:

Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the United States market. This means that they require a [choose 110V or 240V] electrical system to function correctly. 

Our products have generally not been certified for use with other countries electrical safety standards but all of our products are certified to United States standards.

We will happily ship our fantastic products to international customers. Due to the extremely wide variety of product dimensions we will provide an up to date shipping price quote for you on request.

If you are happy with our shipping quote we will prepare an order and payment though our ultra secure online payment gateway.

Damages:

Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged please send photos to sales@telescopedepot.com, then visit our Returns page and place your return claim online.

Description

A Compact Apochromatic Triplet for Imaging and Visual Use

This compact apochromatic refractor uses HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion glass paired with proprietary EMD multi-layer coatings to deliver crisp, high-contrast views with minimal chromatic aberration.

At just 5.95 lbs, the 80mm f/6 triplet is light enough to travel anywhere, yet capable enough for lunar and planetary observation, deep-sky imaging, or use as a dedicated guide scope.

The tube includes a precision 2-inch rack-and-pinion focuser with extension tubes and a pre-installed hybrid finder scope base, ready to mount on nearly any alt-azimuth or equatorial setup.

 Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series 80mm apochromatic triplet refractor telescope

Key Features

  • 80mm Air-Spaced Triplet - HOYA FCD1 extra-low dispersion glass with EMD multi-layer coatings
  • Fast f/6 Focal Ratio - 480mm focal length for wide-field imaging and visual use
  • 2-Inch Rack-and-Pinion Focuser - precision focus control with included extension tubes
  • Ultra-Portable - just 5.95 lbs, ideal for travel and grab-and-go astronomy
  • Hybrid Finder Scope Base - pre-installed and ready for a finder or red-dot sight
  • Vixen-Style Dovetail - compatible with alt-azimuth or equatorial mounts
 Explore Scientific ED80 Essential Series refractor telescope focuser
Specifications
Optical Design Air-Spaced Triplet (Apochromatic Refractor)
Aperture 80mm
Focal Length 480mm
Focal Ratio f/6
Limiting Magnitude 12
Resolution 1.45 arcsec
Tube Diameter 85mm
Tube Length (with dew shield) 18.5 in / 475mm
Tube Length (without dew shield) 15 in / 381mm
Mount Type Vixen-Style Dovetail (OTA Only)
Included Accessories 2-Inch Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, Extension Tubes, Hybrid Finder Base
Model / SKU ES-ED0806-02
Weight 5.95 lbs
Warranty Limited warranty, activated with registration within 60 days of purchase

Talk to a Specialist Contact Us Email a Specialist Shipping Info

Why Buy From Us

We get it. You've got a lot of choice when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at Telescope Depot.

But first, you should definitely hear from our customers here.

  • Free Shipping USA wide. No extra charges. Ever.

  • Price Match Guarantee. Best prices online guaranteed.

  • 30 Day Easy Returns. No happy with your product, we'll take it back no questions asked.

  • Great Service. We pride ourselves on the best service, anywhere.

  • Your Satisfaction Guaranteed. We handpick our products for quality, we know you'll love them. But is there is ever something wrong, we'll fix it.

Shipping

Shipping is FREE on all orders to customers within United States.

We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges, we like things to be simple and easy. 

Want to know about our Returns Policy? Read more here.

Order Confirmation:

As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation e-mail.  This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorized your credit card for the purchase.  

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorization and reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be made.  

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your order for shipment.

Order Shipment:

If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  

We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business days of your order feel free to follow up with us at sales@telescopedepot.com.

International Orders:

Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the United States market. This means that they require a [choose 110V or 240V] electrical system to function correctly. 

Our products have generally not been certified for use with other countries electrical safety standards but all of our products are certified to United States standards.

We will happily ship our fantastic products to international customers. Due to the extremely wide variety of product dimensions we will provide an up to date shipping price quote for you on request.

If you are happy with our shipping quote we will prepare an order and payment though our ultra secure online payment gateway.

Damages:

Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged please send photos to sales@telescopedepot.com, then visit our Returns page and place your return claim online.